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Loretta J.

Thornton, IL

from
$20/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a passionate childcare provider with over two decades of experience caring for children of all ages. Through my journey, I've discovered a deep passion for fostering the growth and development of young minds. I consider it a privilege to play a role in shaping children's lives and offering reliable support to their...
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Monitte E.

Chicago Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Bringing a decade of experience working with children aged newborn to 11, I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment for your little ones. My previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to positively impact children's lives while supporting families with reliable care. I am patient, creative, and...

Care Member says "Monitte continues to be the very best caregiver my son has ever had. She really cares about the children. "

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Maggie G.

Dyer, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! Looking for a fun, energetic, and responsible sitter? Look no further! My name is Maggie, I am 21 years old attending college in Michigan. I adore children of all ages and love watching them learn and grow. I have 5+ years of experience with all ages. I love spending time with kids and always have fun, creative, and new...

Care Member says "Maggie is very responsible and friendly. Kids love her. I trust her taking care of both my daughter and my dog. Plus, they both like her. She’s...

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Cassie J.

Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.

Alsip, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.

Anne M. says "Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always upbeat and truly...

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Elizabeth P.

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I am Elizabeth I have experience with a range of ages. I used to work at the YMCA daycare, where I watched kids from 4yrs old to 11. Besides that I have also volunteered as the assistant coach for Girls on the Run; a program that promotes girl empowerment. There I cared after elementary girls from the ages of 5-12. As...

Tarak P. says "Elizabeth has been a pleasure to work with. She is dependable and friendly. My daughter really enjoys working with her. I have had no issues. I Recommend...

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Norma M.

House Keeper/ Cleaning/ Organizing/ Decluttering

Dyer, IN

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
I'm an experienced house keeper, I do cleaning. I am reliable, dependable and trustworthy. Decluttering service, organizing service. Tidy up. I am currently looking for part time/ work or full time.

Tricia S. says "Norma is passionate, kind, respectful and thoughtful. I believe she would be a benefit to you or your loved one."

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Rianna R.

Steger, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
I have a lot of experience when it comes to caring for children as that was job before becoming a nurse. I am now a postpartum nurse caring for newborns and new moms. I am looking for some work on the side as I do miss babysitting.

Laura V. says "She is amazing and the kids love her so much! I would definitely recommend Rianna!!"

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Maria F.

Part Time Nanny/babysitter

Blue Island, IL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Maria, I am 24 and hoping to be your next caregiver! I live in the Blue Island area and am currently a preschool teacher assistant in the oak lawn area. Additionally, I have 5+ years of nannying and daycare/childcare experience. I am currently in school working towards becoming an art teacher :) I am bilingual...

Victoria R. says "We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to...

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Jenna R.

Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!

Munster, IN

4.5(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...

Maria W. says "We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "

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Dallas Z.

Preschool Teacher Turned Stay At Home Mom

Dyer, IN

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hey there! A little bit about me--I am a preschool teacher turned stay at home mom. Throughout high school, I loved babysitting and was a nanny in the summer. I then went on to get my degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in Reading and Early Childhood Development. I taught preschool before becoming a stay at home mom...

Elizabeth D. says "Dallas watched my 1 year old this Summer as I was back home in the area temporarily living with family and working remote. She was so amazing and...

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Kimberly A.

Caring Attentive Sitter

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have over 4 years of experience caring for children. I am an aunt, spent time with my nieces and nephews. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry, along with meal preparation and homework assignments especially in math and science. I make it fun! I enjoy reading out loud to the children in my care and changing voices to...

Cherie Q. says "Kim is the Best Dog Sitter ever. I won't trust anyone else with my Dog!"

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Felice W.

Caring And Trustworthy Sitter With Flexible Availability

Crestwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Greetings! My name is Felice, and I LOVE LOVE LOVE children! Caring for children comes so very natural for me, and I realized this early on in life. My first job was babysitting, which I continued on throughout high school, college, and my adulthood, Family is my number one priority, so I made sure that my career choice would...

Care Member says "Felice is amazing! It was our first time having our daughter being taking care of by someone who isn’t us and Felice calmed our nerves! She’s very...

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Mariah W.

Nurse Midwife Available For Part-time/Date Night Help

Markham, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Mariah I am nurse midwife and women's health nurse practitioner. I currently live in Markham, IL. I would love to use my experience as a midwife, registered nurse to be of assistance for occasional date nights or getaways. I can offer more availability during the week for the right family and fit. I am...

Jenna K. says "Mariah was punctual and prepared for our in person meet-up! She was kind and more than qualified to care for children of all ages. Unfortunately, we ended...

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Lawannada A.

Loving Nanny And Babysitter

Riverdale, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I am a loving mother of 6. I have been working in child care for over 10 years. I have worked and volunteered along my mother at her daycare. In which I have been an assistant preschool teacher.

Jamal H. says "She's an beautiful person very friendly and kind"

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Jennifer A.

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
I am a wife and mother of two. I have about 9+ years experience in child care/babysitting. I'm also currently working in head start as a teacher's assistant. I have my associates degree in early childhood education. I like to do age appropriate learning activities with children like fun with ABCs, numbers, shapes and colors.

Rachel G. says "Jennifer is great! We have kids the same ages (5 & 1) so she was well equipped to handle both of my girls. She helped with dinnertime and interacted well...

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Ava T.

child care

Schererville, IN

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My names Ava and I have graduated with a Bachelors in Psychology with minors in forensic science and criminal justice! I am now attending Butler University for my masters in Mental Health Counseling. I'm currently looking for part-time childcare jobs in Lake County! I have nine years of experience babysitting different...

Rose L. says "Ava is incredible and anyone would be lucky to have her as a helping hand. We hired Ava as a part time nanny the entire summer for my two daughters. Ava...

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Klarissa J.

Nanny/Babysitter

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I just want to thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. A little about me: I am currently seeking a part time nanny job Mon-Thur. 6am-2 p.m. I am CPR certified and also a licensed CNA. I have experience watching children ages 2 months-14 years old I use to work for a In-home daycare in the summer and have...

Angela B. says "Klarissa is a hard worker and is someone you can depend on! If I had a job and I needed it done right and with a great attitude I would call her."

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Kyli W.

Youthful And Energetic Sitter

South Holland, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Kyli. I am a spring 2024 graduate from the University of Missouri. While at the University of Missouri, I studied Journalism, minored in Spanish, and received a certificate in Multicultural Studies. I am a flexible and creative sitter with about 4 years of experience caring for children, from infants to...

Ronda W. says "Kyli is my daughter, and I can vouch for her professionalism, dedication and drive to be the best at what she is looking to accomplish. She has helped in...

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Krista G.

Caring Babysitter/Nanny

Dyer, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a very caring, friendly, and outgoing babysitter. I've been babysitting all ages including infants since I was 16. I'm 30 years old and have a 2-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter. I'm also CPR certified. I recently made nannying a full time career and would like to find a family willing to let me watch their...

Amy W. says "Krista started watching our son at 3 months old and stated with us till he was 2. She was always on time, actually early! She was exceptional! I have no...

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Cameece B.

Part-Time Babysitter

Harvey, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Children are my passion! I have always been nurturing and quick to help anyone. I am working towards my goals of having my own facility which will include 24hr childcare, tutoring services for all ages, preschool, after school programs, and much more! I currently work with a second chance program for high school students who...

Arthur P. says "Cameece was a wonderful babysitter who worked for us while me and why wife worked. We felt confident in her watching our children and always knew they...

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  • 60 infant babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of April 2026

Recent infant babysitter reviews from local parents in Thornton, IL

Infant Babysitters in Thornton, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed infant babysitters

Monitte E.

Monitte continues to be the very best caregiver my son has ever had. She really cares about the children.

- Care member

Maggie G.

Maggie is very responsible and friendly. Kids love her. I trust her taking care of both my daughter and my dog. Plus, they both like her....

- Care member

Cassie J.

Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always...

- Anne M.

FAQs for finding an infant babysitter in Thornton, IL

If you’re wondering what an infant babysitter charges in Illinois, we have answers. Infant babysitter prices in Thornton have rates starting at $20.00.

To find the right infant babysitter for you and your family, you can search through babysitting websites like Care.com to find the right fit. You can find 1 infant babysitters near you on Care.com.

There are 1 infant babysitters near you in Thornton, IL. To narrow down your choices, you’ll want to interview potential infant babysitters. When it comes time to interview different potential caretakers, you may want to have a list of questions to ask potential babysitters for infants. You may want to ask them what babysitter duties they’ll take on, what their past work experience is like, and if they have any references you can speak to. The right questions to ask when interviewing a babysitter for an infant are the questions that matter to you.

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